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If you're interested in catching a glimpse of the Alpha rocket or watching a livestream of the launch, here's everything to know about Firefly's critical return-to-flight mission in California. Update: Firefly Aerospace scrubbed the launch attempt due to " a sensor reading that was out of range," according to an...

Spark Rescue is inviting the community to help name two new rescue puppies, a mix of Pomeranian, Chihuahua, and Poodle. The playful pair, just nine weeks old and weighing 3 pounds, are looking for creative names that start with the same letter.

A crispy fish and chips special, charred cabbage dish, and broiled oysters showcase local ingredients at Rory’s Place. Fish and chips is a once-a-week special at the Ojai, California, restaurant Rory’s Place. The nostalgic dish — which the owners, siblings Maeve and Rory McAuliffe, grew up eating during family trips...

Santa Barbara County staff are recommending the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday give seven Carpinteria cannabis farms more time to install carbon filtration systems that help “scrub” the smell of cannabis out of the air. County staff are also recommending the supervisors deny a time...

The proposed measure could generate $5 million to $6 million annually and may appear on the November 2026 ballot.

Another dining destination has closed its doors in Santa Barbara. La Cantina, a casual bar and restaurant, announced in a social media post that it has permanently closed effective February 28, 2026. The restaurant added that it will return with a new concept this spring. The establishment did not announce...

City hall needs to do better Re: your Feb. 6 story, “Nonprofit, developer reach settlement”: The story reported a settlement over the Two Eleven Thompson development, a huge, six-story, 94-unit structure at Thompson Blvd and Figueroa St. This controversy stems from the city government’s initial inaction and approval....

CARPINTERIA, Calif. (KEYT) – A man suffered significant injuries after falling from the Carpinteria bluffs Monday. According to Carpinteria-Summerland Fire, the man was found down on the beach using a drone and a helicopter hoist operation was used to take the man from the beach directly to Cottage Hospital for...

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. - On International Women’s Day, a look at the bold idea that started with two women and a mission to change running. The running apparel brand rabbit began with a simple goal. To create better gear for runners, while building a community that welcomes people of every level.

Pacific View Mall has announced a major addition coming to the property in 2026: the arrival of Round1 Bowling & Arcade, a full-scale entertainment destination, including a first-to-market food hall that will offer a curated lineup of authentic dining experiences never before seen in the region. The upcoming Round1...